Chemical Engineering : Offered by the Otto H. York Department of Chemical, Biological and Pharmaceutical Engineering.

UNDERGRADUATE COURSES:

ChE 101 - Introduction to Chemical Engineering (1-0-0)Prerequisites: None. An introduction to the field of chemical engineering and to the Otto H. York Department of Chemical Engineering. Topics include the curriculum, career plan, undergraduate research opportunities, cooperative employment, student professional societies and a preliminary engineering project. Also included are visits by alumni who discuss their careers after graduation from the department. Effective From: Spring 2014

ChE 210 - Chemical Process Calculations I (3-0-2)Prerequisites: Chem 126. Corequisites: Math 112 and CS 101. Analysis of chemical processes is introduced, emphasizing steady and unsteady-state mass and species balances. This course uses primarily chemistry and algebra to determine, for a wide variety of processes and applications, the flow and concentrations of different chemical species. Effective From: Fall 2014

ChE 310 - Co-op Work Experience I (0-0-3)(3 degree credits). Prerequisites: Approval of the department, and permission of the Office of Cooperative Education and Internships. Students gain major related work experience and reinforcement of their academic program. Work assignments facilitated and approved by the Co-op office. Mandatory participation in seminars and completion of a report.Note: Normal grading applies to this COOP Experience Effective From: Spring 2013

ChE 312 - Chemical Process Safety (3-0-3)Prerequisite: Junior standing. A study of the technical fundamentals of chemical process safety: includes impact of chemical plant accidents and concepts of societal and individual risk; hazards associated with chemicals and other agents used in chemical plants, including toxic, flammable and reactive hazards: concepts of inherently safer design; control and mitigation of hazards to prevent accidents, including plant procedures and designs; major regulations that impact safety of chemical plants; consequences of chemical plant incidents due to acute and chronic chemical release and exposures; hazard identification procedures; introduction to risk assessment. Effective From: Spring 2011

ChE 342 - Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics II (3-0-3)Prerequisites: ChE 230, Math 211 (or Math 213), Chem 236. The principles and methods developed in Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics I are extended to multicomponent systems, and used to treat phase and chemical equilibrium as well as such applications as chemical reactors and refrigeration systems. Effective From: Fall 2005

ChE 375 - Structure, Properties and Processing of Materials (3-0-3)Prerequisites: Chem 236, (or Chem 235. Corequisite Mech 320. Tailoring materials properties by engineering their microscopic/macroscopic structures via processing is central to product design and development in the chemical industry. This course introduces the principles of materials engineering from the perspective of structure-property-processing relationships. Instead of covering different types of materials separately, this course will use the principles common to engineering of all important materials as an underlying theme. These are atomic/molecular structure, nanoscale, morphology, principles of phase transformation, structure development during processing, and property dependence on structure. All these topics will be introduced through the paradigm of comparing metals, ceramics and polymers. Besides single component systems, advanced materials such as multiphase and/or multicomponent systems (e.g. composites and gels) and nanomaterials will be discussed based on these principles. An integral part of this course will be the criteria for selection of materials for the chemical process industry. Effective From: Fall 2014

ChE 396 - Chemical Engineering Laboratory I (0-5-3)Prerequisites: ChE 370, Eng 352. In this first course in chemical engineering capstone laboratory, experiments are conducted in the areas of fluid mechanics and heat transfer. Bench and pilot-scale equipment is used. Oral and written reports are prepared by the students. Effective From: Fall 2014

ChE 427 - Biotransport (3-0-3)Prerequisites: ChE 230 and Math 222. Introduction to basic concepts of transport phenomena as applied to biological systems. Topics include the structure and composition of the human body, the properties of the blood and its flow in the cardiovascular system, and the body as a heat source and as a series of compartments involved in the mass transfer of materials (such as those in the kidneys and lungs). Students learn to analyze solute transport in biological systems and apply it to the design of biomedical devices. Effective From: Spring 2004

ChE 461 - Fate and Transport of Pollutants in the Environment (3-0-3)Prerequisites: Math 222, Chem 235 or Chem 360, ChE 370 or CE 320. The overall objective of this course is to introduce students to concepts, mechanisms, and models used to describe the transport of chemicals in the environment. Two of the most important parameters in mass transport are the driving force or concentration gradient and the transport mechanism. Methods for defining these parameters are discussed during the first six weeks of the class. Concepts and models presented in the first six weeks are applied to air-water, sediment-water, and soil-air interfaces during the rest of the term. The semester ends with a group project, where students are asked to apply material from the course to resolve a comprehensive problem. Effective Until: Spring 2011

ChE 466 - Pollution Control in Chemical Processes (3-0-3)Prerequisites: ChE 349, ChE 360. A course applying chemical engineering principles to the appropriate treatment of gaseous and liquid effluents from manufacturing and utility plants. The course will take into consideration toxicity, safety, and economic constraints. A case study approach is used to evaluate processes and pinpoint pollution sources. Quantitative designs and calculations will be required. Effective Until: Spring 2011

ChE 468 - Air Pollution Control Principles (3-0-3)Prerequisites: ChE 360, ChE 349. A course focusing on the sources and control of air pollution. The course emphasizes design of modern air pollution control equipment and associated economics. Effective Until: Spring 2011

ChE 489 - Process Dynamics and Control (2-2-3)Prerequisites: ChE 349, ChE 365. This course is an introduction to chemical process dynamics and control. Topics include analysis of the dynamics of open-loop systems, the design of control systems, and the dynamics of closed-loop systems. Control techniques and methodologies, used by practicing chemical engineers, are emphasized. Effective From: Fall 2005

ChE 491 - Research and Independent Study I (3-0-3)Prerequisites: senior standing in chemical engineering, agreement of a department faculty advisor, and approval of the associate chairperson for undergraduate studies. Normally a GPA greater than 3.0 is required to participate in the course. Provides the student with an opportunity to work on a research project under the individual guidance of a member of the department. A written report is required for course completion.

ChE 501 - Fundamentals of Chemical Engineering I (6 credits)Prerequisites: Math 222 or equivalent, Chem 231 or equivalent(see undergraduate catalog descriptions). An intensive course in basic chemical engineering science intended for students in the bridge program. Topics include material and energy balances, thermodynamics, kinetics and reactor design, and staged separation processes. May not be taken for degree credit in any chemical engineering program.

ChE 502 - Fundamentals of Chemical Engineering II (4 credits)Prerequisites: Math 222 or equivalent (see undergraduate catalog for description), ChE 501 or equivalent. A continuation of ChE 501. An intensive course in basic chemical engineering science intended for students in the bridge program. Topics include fluid mechanics, heat transfer and diffusion-controlled processes. May not be taken for degree credit in any chemical engineering program.

ChE 503 - Introduction to Polymer Science and Engineering (3 credits)Prerequisite: Undergraduate degree in science or engineering. The course is intended for students whose prior undergraduate degree did not include study of polymer science or engineering. The course provides introductory concepts in four main areas: fundamentals of polymeric material including structural and chemical aspects; synthesis reactions of polymers; polymer properties including an introduction to viscoelastic behavior; and polymer technology including processing and shaping methods for specific products.

ChE 590 - Graduate Co-op Work Experience I (3 additive credits)Prerequisite: permission from department and Division of Career Development Services. Cooperative education internship provides on-the-job reinforcement of the academic program by placement in major-related work situations. Work assignment developed or approved by the co-op office and evaluated by the department. Cannot be used for degree credit.

ChE 593 - Graduate Co-op Work Experience IV (0 credits)Prerequisites: One immediately prior 3-credit registration for graduate co-op work experience with the same employer. Requires approval of departmental co-op advisor and the Division of Career Development Services. Must have accompanying registration in a minimum of 3 credits of course work. Effective From: Fall 2006

ChE 611 - Thermodynamics (3 credits)Prerequisites: undergraduate courses in physical chemistry and thermodynamics, or equivalent. Principles of thermodynamics developed quantitatively to include thermodynamic functions and their application to chemical engineering processes.

ChE 619 - Nano-scale Characterization of Materials (3 credits)The course presents the basics of nanotechnology and the principles and application of advanced instrumentation for the characterization of nanostructures. Topics include atomic force microscopy; near-field optics, dielectric spectroscopy, and light scattering. The significant component of the course is laboratory work at the W. M. Keck Foundation Laboratory and research project. Effective From: Fall 2007

ChE 625 - Microlevel Modeling in Particle Technology (3 credits)Presents methodologies for analyzing the macroscopic properties of particulate systems in terms of the underlying microlevel processes. Significant components are the mathematical modeling of particulate systems at the microlevel, analytical and numerical methods for predicting macroscopic properties from microlevel models, and comparison of theoretical predictions with experimental results. Demonstrates the importance of the interaction of these three components in the scientific process. The first part concerns the flow of dry particles where any interstitial fluid can be ignored. The second part considers the flow of particles suspended in an interstitial fluid. Also includes a class project involving development of simulations. Same as ME 624.

ChE 626 - Mathematical Methods in Chemical Engineering (3 credits)Prerequisite: Math 222 or equivalent undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering. The purpose of the course is to emphasize the importance of mathematics to chemical engineering practice. Applications of ordinary differential equations, Sturm-Liouville problems arising from partial differential equations, regular Perturbation approaches to some nonlinear systems of chemical engineering interests, use of Laplace transfroms expecially the Residue Theorem for inversions and some numerical methods. It is suggested that students take this course before taking ChE 624. Effective From: Fall 2011

ChE 627 - Introduction to Biomedical Engineering (3 credits)Prerequisites: undergraduate courses in thermodynamics and differential equations. Introduction to the structure and composition of the body followed by an exploration of the properties of blood and its flow in the cardiovascular system; the body as a heat source and as a series of compartments involved in mass transfer of materials (such as those in the kidneys and lungs). Design of artificial kidneys and heart-lung machines is also explored. Same as BME 627.

ChE 628 - Biochemical Engineering (3 credits)Prerequisite: undergraduate degree in chemical engineering. The application of chemical engineering to biological processes, biochemical reaction systems, and their technological use. Special attention given to problems in momentum, energy, and mass transport, as well as chemical reaction kinetics in biological systems.

ChE 656 - Industrial Catalysis: Fundamentals & Applications (3 credits)The class provides an introduction to catalytic phenomena as well as catalysts. It provides the background information necessary to understand industrial catalytic processes. Examples which will be discussed are hydrogen, ammonia and methanol synthesis, inorganic and organic oxidation reactions, petrochemical processes as well as pollution abatement and other important processes. The course provides insight into the theory of catalytic phenomena and also provides practical information about these processes from an industrial perspective. Effective From: Spring 2008

ChE 671 - Chemical Process Safety (3 credits)Prerequisite: graduate standing. Chemical and physical principles in chemical process safety and fire and explosion hazard evaluation. Emphasis is on materials, their reactions, and effect on surroundings. Course intended for students in the master's program in occupational safety and health engineering, and may not be taken for credit by ChE graduate students. Effective Until: Spring 2005

ChE 681 - Polymerization-Principles and Practice (3 credits)Prerequisite: Undergraduate courses in physical or organic chemistry or ChE 503 or equivalent. The course focuses on the structural and synthetic aspects of polymers and examines in detail a number of bench and industrial scale polymerization methods. In addition to kinetics and mechanisms of commercially important polymerization systems, the course examines reactive modification of synthetic and natural polymers and provides an introduction to applicable characterization methods.

ChE 682 - Polymer Structures and Properties (3 credits)Prerequisite: Undergraduate physical chemistry, a materials related course or ChE 503 or equivalent. The course provides an overview of polymer structures and properties and their relationships from the molecular viewpoint to phenomenological descriptions. Topics include thermodynamics of a single molecule, dynamic theory and viscoelasticity of polymers, polymer solids and mechanical properties, rubbers, polymer blends and composites, biological polymers, and special applications. New areas and innovative applications of polymers will be introduced.

ChE 683 - Polymer Processing (3 credits)Prerequisite: Undergraduate courses in transport phenomena, fluid flow, or heat transfer or approval of graduate advisor. The course provides a systematic approach to the physical phenomena occurring in polymer processing machinery. The synthesis of the elementary steps of polymer processing are shown in relation to the development of extrusion die flow and extrusion products and injection mold flows and molded products. Structural and residual stresses are examined.

ChE 684 - Materials and Process Selection for Polymer Product Design (3 credits)Prerequisites or corequisites: ChE 681, ChE 682, ChE 683 or approval of graduate advisor. The course provides methodologies for designing polymer-based products by considering materials and processing methods. Methods for selecting homopolymers, polymer blends and composites for specific appilcations will be presented in terms of properties, processability, manufacturing methods and economics. Process/structure/property correlations are presented as well as approaches to product design including CAD, prototyping, and strength and failure criteria. Case studies from biomedical, packaging and other applications are discussed.

ChE 687 - Industrial Gas Cleaning (3 credits)Prerequisite: undergraduate degree in chemical engineering, or permission of the instructor. Review of available tools for cleaning atmospheric effluents from manufacturing facilities and power plants; use of a systems approach to minimize gas cleaning costs; alternatives involving combinations of process modification and effluent clean-up; methods for estimating key design parameters for cyclones, baghouses, electrostatic precipitators and scrubbers. Applications of design parameters through the solution of extensive problem-sets.

ChE 701 - Master's Thesis (6 credits)Prerequisite: matriculation for the master's degree in chemical engineering. Approval of thesis advisor is necessary for registration. Original research under the guidance of a departmental advisor. The final product must be a written thesis approved by at least three faculty members: the primary advisor, another from the department, and one other faculty member. A student must continue to register for at least 3 credits per semester until at least 6 credits have been completed and a written thesis is approved. Only a total of 6 credits will count toward the degree.

ChE 705 - Independent Study (3 credits)Prerequisites: permission from the graduate advisor (not dissertation advisor) in chemical engineering, as well as courses prescribed by a supervising faculty member (who is not the student's dissertation advisor). This special course covers areas of study in which one or more students may be interested, but which isn't of sufficiently broad interest to warrant a regular course offering. Students may not register for this course more than once with the same supervising faculty member.

ChE 711 - Phase Equilibrium (3 credits)Prerequisite: ChE 611 or equivalent. Low-pressure and high-pressure vapor-liquid equilibrium and liquid-liquid equilibrium. Among the topics covered are experimental methods, consistency tests of the data, expressions for the dependence of the activity coefficient on composition and temperature, and prediction of multicomponent vapor-liquid and liquid-liquid equilibrium from binary data. Prediction methods of vapor and liquid phase nonidealities, based on equations of state and solution theories, are discussed.

ChE 724 - Sustainable Energy (3-0-3)The course is a project-based advanced graduate course which requires strong background in engineering thermodynamics and transport phenomena. The main goals of this course are to gain an understanding of the cost-benefit ratio of various alternative energy sources and to understand some of the various obstacles associated with current and conventional technologies and industrial applications. Different renewable and conventional energy technologies will be discussed in class. Course materials include biomass energy, fossil fuels, geothermal energy, nuclear power, wind power, solar energy, hydrogen fuel, hydropower, and fuel cells. Students will learn a quantitative framework to aid in evaluation and analysis of energy technology systems in the context of engineering, political, social, economic, and environmental goals. Effective From: Spring 2013

ChE 790 - Doctoral Dissertation (Credits as designated)Required of all students for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy. A minimum of 36 credits is required. Approval of dissertation advisor is necessary for registration. Students must register for at least 6 credits of dissertation per semester until 36 credits are reached and then for 3 credits each semester thereafter until a written dissertation is approved.

ChE 791 - Graduate Seminar (Non-credit)Required of all chemical engineering students receiving departmental or research-based awards and all doctoral students. The student must register each semester until completion of the degree. Outside speakers and department members present their research for general discussion.

ChE 792 - Pre-Doctoral Research (3 credits)Prerequisite: Permission of Associate Chairperson for Graduate Studies. For students admitted to the Doctor of Philosophy Program in Chemical Engineering who have not yet passed the qualifying examination. Research is carried out under the supervision of designated chemical engineering faculty. If the student's research activity culminates in doctoral research in the same area, up to a maximum of 6 credits may be applied to the 36 credits required under ChE 790. Effective From: Fall 2007